Japan Unveils Adorable Hello Kitty Airport

Japan Unveils Adorable Hello Kitty Airport

Japan has transformed Oita Airport into a kawaii wonderland that will make Sanrio fans swoon. The newly rebranded Oita Hello Kitty Airport officially opened on April 13, 2025, as part of the festivities surrounding the World Expo underway in Osaka. This first-of-its-kind themed airport features adorable Hello Kitty and Sanrio character decorations throughout the facility, from the exterior signage to the international arrivals area. During their…

Don’t be alarmed if your plane ticket to a southwestern prefecture of Japan says you’re heading for “Hello Kitty”: you’re on the right flight. Oita Prefecture, famous for its thermal waters on Kyushu Island, has temporarily renamed its airport as Oita Hello Kitty Airport in an attempt to catch the attention of tourists and fans of the iconic Japanese character. A VERY ‘KAWAII’ STRATEGY The measure is part of a six-month campaign that will be in …